Hypoglycemia
Treatments and Services

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Specialized Care for Hypoglycemia and Hyperinsulinism

Children with hypoglycemia often need expert evaluation and a treatment plan tailored to their condition. Cincinnati Children’s provides comprehensive care for children with hypoglycemia, hyperinsulinism and related disorders.

Our team offers both diagnostic services and long-term management options. Families can also request second opinions and consultations. Our program serves as one of only three centers in the United States and one of eight internationally dedicated to this area of care.

Diagnostic Testing

We use specialized testing to understand why your child is experiencing low blood sugar. Services include:

Hypoglycemia fasting studies
FDOPA PET/CT scans for children with hyperinsulinism
Comprehensive evaluations for rare causes of hypoglycemia

Medical Treatments

Treatment plans depend on your child's diagnosis and age. Common therapies include:

Diazoxide treatment
Octreotide treatment
Combination medication trials using diazoxide and octreotide
Cornstarch therapy and individualized feeding plans

Surgical Care

Some children with severe hyperinsulinism may benefit from surgery. Our team offers:

Surgical evaluation and coordination with highly-trained pediatric surgeons
Advanced imaging to guide treatment decisions
Pancreatectomy

Team-Based Support

Your child may receive care from experts across Cincinnati Children's, including:

Endocrinology
Dietitians and endocrine nurses
Genetics
Radiology
Surgery
Neonatology and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit specialists
Gastroenterology
Neurology and neuropsychiatry

Second Opinions and Physician Consultations

We provide:

In-person consultations
Second opinions for families
Guidance for pediatricians, endocrinologists and neonatologists
Transfer consultations for complex patients

What to Expect

HypoglycemiaTreatments and Services